Even though the physical trade show did not take place this year as planned due to COVID-19 concerns, LightFair’s highly anticipated annual Innovation Awards (LIA) were handled remotely, with the…
Next Edition of ARTS Awards Postponed, New Program Announced
Normally in June, there is a call for peer nominations for outstanding retailers, manufacturers, and sales representatives in various segments of the home furnishings industry, including lighting. In the past,…
LightFair Launches Virtual Conference Sessions
While the trade show component of LightFair 2020, originally scheduled for May in Las Vegas, was cancelled this year due to the pandemic, trade show organizers have – as promised…
Jeff Dross Announces Retirement From Kichler
Immediately recognizable by his signature bowties and fanciful footwear, renowned trend expert and product development specialist Jeff Dross has spent the last 46 years as a very public face for…
Nora Lighting Expands Slater Lighting Solutions’ Role in South Florida
Commerce, Calif.-based lighting manufacturer Nora Lighting has appointed Slater Lighting Solutions of Delray Beach, Fla. as its new commercial sales agency covering southern Florida. Headed by ARTS Award-winning lighting rep…
Trade Show Planning, Inventory Challenges & the Lighting Industry
By Linda Longo The results of a recent survey the International Market Centers (IMC) conducted with the help of global strategy consulting firm Stax confirms what we in the industry…
Atlanta & Las Vegas Markets Reschedule Summer Dates, Add Safety Protocols
With the goal of eliminating any guesswork as to how exhibitors and attendees might be feeling about returning to the trade show circuit this summer, International Market Centers (IMC) tapped…
National Hardware Show Offers Digital Platform, Still Planning September Show
Although the National Hardware Show (NHS) is hoping to stick to its rescheduled September 1-3 dates for its trade show in Las Vegas (which was originally planned for May), the…
HKTDC Offers Expert Advice for Start-Up Companies via Free Webinar
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council, organizer of the twice-yearly Hong Kong International Lighting Fair, will be presenting the webinar “Practical Advice for Start-ups to Achieve Their Goals” to…
2020 AIDS Walk New York Goes Virtual via Interactive Webcast, With Support From DIFFA & NY NOW
Gift for Life – the gift, stationery and home decor industries’ sole national charitable organization – is teaming-up with DIFFA (Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS) and NY NOW to engage…